How to travel from Darwin to Launceston, Australia
The distance between Darwin and Launceston is around 3,644km (2,264 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 35m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Darwin to Launceston by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Launceston → Darwin if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Darwin (DRW) to Launceston (LST).
- Duration6h 35m
- Flight time5h 35m
- Typical costA$785($525)
Qantas
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Alice Springs then Adelaide and then to Melbourne then take a ferry to Devonport then take the bus to Cornwall Square Transit Centre No.182 Cimitiere St.
- Duration2 days 16h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costA$790($530)
Multiple operators
Train, Ferry and Bus
Take the train to Adelaide Parklands and then to Southern Cross then take a ferry to Devonport then take the bus to Cornwall Square Transit Centre No.182 Cimitiere St.
- Duration3 days
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$1,300($875)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Port Melbourne then take a ferry to Devonport then drive to Launceston.
- Duration1 day 23h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$650($435)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darwin and Launceston
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Darwin to Launceston by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around A$650 ($435) and will take around 1 day 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$785 ($525).
The distance between Darwin and Launceston is around 3,644km (2,264 miles).
It takes around 6h 35m to get from Darwin and Launceston by plane.
The quickest way to get from Darwin to Launceston is to fly which takes around 6h 35m and will set you back approx A$785 ($525).
The cheapest way to travel between Darwin and Launceston is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around A$650 ($435) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Darwin and Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Darwin (DRW) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 6h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darwin and Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Darwin (DRW) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 6h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Darwin and Launceston. Flights depart from Darwin (DRW) and arrive at Launceston (LST) - via Melbourne (MEL). The flight takes around 5h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Darwin to Launceston. There is however a flight that goes via Melbourne (MEL). This services will take at least 6h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Darwin to Launceston typically takes around 5h 35m. Flights depart from Darwin (DRW) and and arrive into Launceston (LST).
The closest major airport to Launceston is Launceston Airport (LST) (LST) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Launceston. Devonport Airport (DPO) (DPO) and Hobart Airport (HBA) (HBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Darwin to Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Darwin (DRW) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 6h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darwin to Launceston is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 35m and will usually cost around A$785 ($525).
Compare travel optionsbetween Darwin and Launceston
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 6h 35m | A$785($525) | every 4 hours | 3,644km (2,264 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 8hrs | A$885($595) | every 20 mins | 3,677km (2,285 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 2 days 16h | A$790($530) | once daily | 4,328km (2,689 miles) |
Train, Ferry and Bus | 3 days | A$1,300($875) | once a week | 4,345km (2,700 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 23h | A$650($435) | twice daily | 4,287km (2,664 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Darwin and Launceston
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Train operators
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
PTV Overland
Bus companies
Redline
Firefly Express
Ferry operators
Spirit of Tasmania
Airports near Launceston
The following major airports near Launceston offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Launceston Airport (LST)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Launceston
Devonport Airport (DPO)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Launceston
Hobart Airport (HBA)
- Distance
- 159km (99 miles) from Launceston